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Upgrading systems
To better handle its expansion into different markets Hranec has built a new 200,000 square foot facility, which offers the space to triple its existing output. With additional capacity, David and his team plan to continue to push the limits of their manufacturing capabilities:“ The new location will allow us to continue to expand our already impressive roof products division and reach for even greater heights,” David details.
To deliver the capability to produce larger and more heavy-duty products, Hranec’ s new manufacturing facility is being built from scratch. Designed to accommodate a range of highly specific requirements, the factory will include top-of-the-range machinery and upgrades to the company’ s existing systems.“ We’ re upgrading all our laser cutters to the latest models for greater precision. We’ re also increasing our capacity, and with that we can add a fifth spiral machine. We’ ll also have an additional production line, and a new team of sheet metal experts to keep it all running.
“ We’ ll need to bring trained professionals onboard to operate some of the more advanced machinery. For instance, we use overhead cranes to move materials around the shop floor. It’ s an exciting time, as we can bring on new talent and offer additional training opportunities to our existing staff,” David enthuses.
For everyone across the business, Hranec’ s new facility offers a wealth of new opportunities. The company maintains a dedicated workforce through competitive pay, positive working culture, and clear pathways for progression. As David reveals:“ We’ re one of the highest paying employers in the region, which really helps attract the top talent. We also are looking to bring in talent outside those who grew up in the area. Because the cost of living is far less than most areas in the area, we feel that Uniontown offers a great place to grow and raise a family.
From expanding the operation to creating innovative new products, Hranec has never deviated from its commitment to excellence
“ In addition, we maintain strong partnerships with our subcontractors. From sheet metal workers to contractors and to day laborers, everyone works together to get the job done. It’ s a big operation, but everyone has an important part to play.”
Committed to excellence
As Hranec approaches its 30th anniversary, David reflects on the journey so far:“ The company has always benefited from strong leadership. In recent years, we’ ve seen a lot of investment into new machinery, which has really pushed our product offering forward and allowed it to stand apart from others in the market.
“ We have a great team behind us. Everyone is very customer-focused, which allows us to keep lead times short. Most of our competitors have ten to twelve week wait periods but we have always been aware of the competitor’ s lead times and have strived to always beat them. That has been one of the keystone variables that has made Hranec successful.
“ Consistently delivering a reliable service has allowed us to continue growing. I’ ve been with the business for 21 years, and it’ s never felt like we were stagnateing. There’ s always more to do. From expanding the operation to creating innovative new products, Hranec has never deviated from its commitment to excellence,” he concludes. ■
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